Lorelton

The building is old but kept up well. It has large windows with lots of light. One of the selling points for my Mom. But the windows are old and leaky. A contractor has measured them and we are told they are being replaced. Nice outdoor garden. The best aspect is the size of the rooms. There are many efficiencies. She wanted a one bedroom apartment with a large bath, laundry, and full kitchen. She got it. The staff is good and bad. They are understaffed at times, hard to find suitable staff. Most aides are very good. Some not so good. But overall I felt almost everyone was very caring and like one big family. My mom passed away last week and she was taken such good care of the last few weeks. One final item, almost all of the residents love it there.

They took very good care of [name removed] . I never worried about him while he was there and we would recommend Lorelton to other families based on the experience we have had.

Our uncle has been living in “The Lore”, a unit for those with dementia. He loves the apartments that line the hallways. Makes him feel like it’s his place. There are activities available for him to participate in & the nurses there are very kind. He received good care after surgery during his recovery. On top of that, the Lorelton is reasonably priced compared to other places. We are very happy with his placement there.

Mom moved into Lore Village (memory care) in April 2024. Everyone from the receptionist to the food servers, housekeepers and especially the activity director, nurses and caregivers, has been so kind to my mother. It is a joy to know she is safe and cared for.

My husband was there for a short stay and our experience was wonderful. Facility is very nice and staff were great. Highly recommend the Lorelton. Facility was clean, staff very attentive and food service was great.

We were very happy with the Lorelton, as a matter of fact we have recommended to many people since! Everyone seemed so caring and was easy to work with. [name removed] was particularly great at getting our mom involved in activities!

Mom entered the Lorelton with an injury from a fall and had a very difficult time adjusting. However, the care staff did an excellent job customizing a plan for her during her recuperation. And on-site physical therapy was a big plus. Mom's fellow residents are very warm, welcoming and uplifting. The staff are very pleasant, understanding and flexible. The place has a family atmosphere. They offer a variety of activities, many opportunities to socialize and host live entertainers every couple of weeks or so. As a result, Mom has recovered well and seems to have settled in. It was the right choice for us.

I am so happy that I was able to find a place like the Lorelton. Caring staff and so much to do. One of the features I love the best is they provide transportation to my parent's doctor appointments. This is a tremendous help given my full time job. There was a slight problem in the beginning with the medications but that has ironed itself out and all good. The people that work at this facility are caring and kind. I feel my parents are well cared for and you can't put a price tag on that.

The Lorelton is an amazing assisted living. Not only is the building itself beautiful but the building is very clean. We also love all of the murals and art work they have added to the hallways. The staff members are extremely kind and are always accommodating when there is an issue. Not to mention everyone has a great sense of humor and is a joy to talk to. I can really tell that the residents that live there enjoy their day to day lives and that they are in very good hands. I really appreciate the lengths the staff members go to keep the residents active and engaged throughout the week. It is also nice to see how friendly the residents become with each other throughout their stay, everyone there is apart of one happy community.

The staff at the Lorelton goes above and beyond to provide personal attention to each resident. They provide a safe and loving atmosphere for your loved one. The building itself is unique. Because it was a former school, there are large windows in most of the residents’ rooms, providing lots of light in the rooms. The halls are wide and residents can put chairs outside their rooms making it feel like they have a porch, which is great for socializing.

This is difficult to write, because my mother died this week. But when doctors at the hospital offered her options for possible care and treatment, she said, "No more! I want to go home." And home for her meant the Lorelton. In her final days, everyone at the Lorelton treated her with the utmost respect and affection. A steady stream of staff members came to tell Mom they loved her, and they left in tears. They took care of me, too, as I sat vigil. Mom spent nearly 9 happy years here in her home at the Lorelton.

Friendly & personal is how I'd describe the front desk crew. Management is responsive and patient as I learn the business ropes of the community. My brother reports that the food is reasonably good. And the nursing crews are competent and friendly. As my brother can lean toward reclusive, I would like there to be someone who goes to his door and recruits his participation in the various events that are offered. He can be quite sociable but the solitary inertia can often rule.

In August of last year, my dad needed a facility that could help him with his daily hygiene needs when he was discharged from a rehab facility. We found the Lorelton and they have been most attentive and friendly. He feels right at home there and participates with the daily activities they offer. He has also made some close friends.

My father, [name removed] has Demetra and this past May, he was admitted to the Lore Village. Nervous at first I was soon made to feel a special comfort in knowing that everyone knew my dad. "Pop" is the name the staff have given him and I think he likes it. From a warm welcome from [name removed] at the receptionist desk to always getting a call back or answer from the nurses, [name removed] knows us well already, just continues to add to my relief in knowing he is safe. There have been some ups and downs but a quick fix follows. The room is bright, and as clean as my dad allows because he takes everything a part. I made the request to hear from his Doctor and she did respond. I would have liked to have had more communication with her earlier and without my asking. As a whole I am happy with The Lorelton and hope to continue my dad being a family member.

They have been so welcoming to my Dad and taking great care of him! He enjoys the staff and fellow members living there. They do a great job of getting him involved in all the various social activities. We feel so much better now that he is living in a safe and caring environment!

My father, downsize from the house to assistant live in apartment. And on my journey to help him, I had visited the Lorelton and when I first went in the door, it felt like home and not like a nursing home or assisted-living. The personnel were very friendly and welcoming. Since my dad has been there, he really has been thriving. And the staff has been tremendously. very helpful in this transition with me and my father.

We’ve been very happy with the Lorelton. [name removed], the director is always available to answer any requests and meet whatever needs may come up. They are constantly renovating and remodeling the facility to stay current with the latest Covid safety amenities. They continue to test the residents twice a week for Covid which makes me feel confident and safe about having my Dad reside there.

What makes the Lorelton really special is the people who work there. The atmosphere is upbeat and friendly, and my mom regularly remarks on how she feels lucky to be there. Her apartment is lovely and there are usually residents out and about in the common areas. The special community events are very festive.

I am a "roving chaplain" that has been daily visiting every Assisted-Living Facility in New Castle County at the request of residents (& their family members). Working "hand-in-glove" with staff, my experience is that the LORELTON far surpasses the excellence that I look for in the following areas: ~Facility-staff (from aides to nurses to group-activity directors to Administration) ~Food (not only the 3 meals offered daily to residents, but also the snacks they offer them) ~Friendship-building among residents (usually because of the socialization & activities available, both indoors and with local field trips) ~Faith-building for residents who are people of faith [For example, the Lorelton not only welcomes ecumenical chaplains such as I, but additional clergy who come weekly on Sundays and offer services to residents who want them. ~Fantastic memory-unit (called 'Lore Village'), with a wonderful Activities Director